TreeKeepers trains volunteers in proper care and maintenance of trees.

TreeKeepers agree to donate at least 36 volunteer hours
for City
of
Columbia
tree
care
projects. All
projects are scheduled on Saturday mornings. Training
includes the following subjects, with Saturday
labs:

Not only will you gain book knowledge, but you also will receive field training and experience to reinforce what you have learned. After completion of the course, you will be provided with opportunities to put your new knowledge into action in very visible ways, making a difference in your city. Apply here to become a TreeKeepers volunteer.

TreeKeepers receive an official TreeKeepers polo shirt and a certificate when they have fulfilled 36 hours of volunteer service to tree projects.

Agree to assist the City in organized tree care
projects when available, donating at least 36 hours
of volunteer time. Projects take place on Saturday
mornings. Projects include a variety of activities including planting, pruning, mulching, invasives removal & general maintenance under supervision of the Forester.

Use standard hand tools and equipment to plant, prune, remove, water fertilize, and mulch trees.